Title:  Machine Estimator - Packaging Machinery

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

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Position Mission/Summary 

The Machine Estimator & Production Planner is responsible for preparing machine cost estimates, order specifications and coordination of machine shipments for the Packaging Machinery Division (PMD).

As a Machine Estimator & Production Planner you will represent Graphic Packaging International (GPI) completely and successfully in all interactions with internal and external customer(s). You will initiate and maintain long-term relationships with various functional groups.  You will work from company policies and objectives in a focused way to serve customers satisfactorily and profitably.  The ability to work independently is essential. 

Primary Position Responsibilities 

• Preparation of standard machine estimates/quotations to include:
  • Estimate costs of equipment including raw material and purchased components
  • Calibrate standard cost model for improving speed and accuracy estimating process
  • Seek to improve work processes
• Participate in the order entry process as well as the planning and scheduling process as needed
• Coordinate machine shipments; establish method and cost of shipping
• Analyze project post mortems, prepare summary of costs and provide recommendations for improvement
• Coordinate return of used equipment and evaluate and recommend disposition
• Support Machinery Sales Reps including, but not limited to, obtaining technical machine specs, floor plans and assisting with customer expectation documents
• Backup other members of the department as needed
• Coordinate product and carton samples and test quantities with internal and/or external customers.

Position Requirements 

• Post-secondary degree in a technically related discipline and/or business highly desired
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; ability to interpret engineering layouts and data; mechanical engineering experience preferred
• Experience with machinery estimating, and/or project cost & schedule estimating
• Ability to plan and execute, establish procedures, problem-solve and prioritize
• Must be a self-starter, proactive and possess strong decision making skills
• Must be able to communicate (verbally and in writing) effectively to all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills, detail orientation and accuracy
• Ideally, demonstrated experience supporting a sales team
• Experience with SAP, Excel, & File Maker Pro, preferred

Pay Range:   $57,475.00 - $76,570.00

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.

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